Containment measures in Meghalaya extended from May 31

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaMay 28, 2021

The state government has decided to extend the containment measures across the state from May 31, in a bid to contain the spread of the second wave of COVID-19 pandemic. 

“Containment measures will be further extended from May 31 till further orders,” Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong told reporters after a review meeting held on Friday.

These containment measures are as follows:- 

• Political, public, social and religious gatherings are not permitted including conference meeting and trainings

• Entry of tourists from outside the state shall not be permitted and all tourist spots shall remain closed

• Sports activities are not permitted

• Inter state movement of persons shall be restricted but this restriction will not be applicable to the transit vehicles who hav to pass through the state of Meghalaya. 

• International border trade or export activities will be allowed but regulation is entrusted to the concerned deputy commissioners to issue and also to regulate accordingly 

• The govt has authorized all DCs to impose restrictions in their respective districts depending on the local situation and also SDO Civils need to be authorized in their respective jurisdictions.